England, Authelia Lester

Authelia Fern England, 72, of Pikeville, Kentucky departed this life for her heavenly home on September 7, 2023 in the loving care of her family in Pembroke, Virginia. Born in Grundy, Virginia on August 20, 1951, she was a daughter of the late Dewey Lester and Hazel Justice Lester.

Authelia lived her best life for family and especially enjoyed times with Donna Lynn at live music events, sharing laughter with friends, and creating cherished memories with her grandchildren. She also loved the peaceful waves and digging her toes into sandy beaches, as well as watching birds from her back porch.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Pomerine England Jr.

Left to cherish her memory to their hearts are her son, Timothy Paul Bevins (Shauna) of Austin, Texas; daughters, Anita Jo Bevins (Eric Langston) of Pembroke, Donna England of Pikeville, Kentucky, and Amy England of Pikeville, Kentucky; grandchildren, Vincent Rainn Lackey, Gabrielle Gibson, Torin Bevins, Tristan Bevins, Talen Bevins, and Tate Bevins; brother, Tony Lester (Nora) of Versailles, Kentucky; and a sister, Linda Church (Roger) of Mooresburg, Tennessee.

There will be a Celebration of Life at the Garfield House in Pikeville, Kentucky on Tuesday, September 12th from 6-9pm. Please join the family in fellowship to share stories and precious memories.

In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation in Authelia’s name to The Hospice Foundation.

A guestbook is available to send condolences to the family by visiting www.kendallfuneralhome.com. The staff of Kendall Funeral Home are honored to serve the England family.